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yorkietalkjilly 08-25-2011 11:23 AM
Saw this on TV and putting down what I remember:

Get all deeds, titles, insurance policies, birth certs, passports and papers you might need post-storm in case of serious damage and a time away from home. They said take a video of the property and vehicles w/tags and belongings and keep that with all the paper things listed above in a waterproof bag/container. Then the above lists of flashlights, batteries, water, food, radio, etc. That in addition to your medications(enough for a time away from home if need be), and all the ID, supplies for your pets for the same amount of time with a good carrier. That's all I can recall right now. Please stay safe and know we are praying daily alot for you all at risk!

Maximo 08-25-2011 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Ringo1 (Post 3646312)
Gosh that was about 8 or 9 years ago. Matt was only about 8 years old.

We were there to visit Disney World and our vacation got cut short! We were there with another family and we stayed in one room and watched the storm all night - until all the electric went off; phones down; and we finally went to sleep. The wind was blowing palm trees coming down - I will never forget it and neither will my son.

I hope you don't get that.
That really stinks that you got hit while at Disney World. Coming out of it safe and sound is most important, but I would still be bummed if I took my little nephews there and that happened.

Our neighborhood lost a lot of trees and roof shingles during Hurricane Izzy in 2003, although I am pretty sure Izzy was only a tropical storm by the time it got to us.

The first year we had Max, we came close to having a tornado and I was ready to take cover under a bunch of comforters in our powder room. I'm still kicking myself for choosing a house that doesn't have a basement.

RachelandSadie 08-25-2011 11:27 AM
praying for all of my coastal friends. God Bless you and keep you and put a huge hedge of His protection around your homes.

(have you ever heard of boarding up the windows? something i saw/read in a nicholas sparks book once)

Maximo 08-25-2011 11:28 AM
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Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly (Post 3646408)
Saw this on TV and putting down what I remember:

Get all deeds, titles, insurance policies, birth certs, passports and papers you might need post-storm in case of serious damage and a time away from home. They said take a video of the property and vehicles w/tags and belongings and keep that with all the paper things listed above in a waterproof bag/container. Then the above lists of flashlights, batteries, water, food, radio, etc. That in addition to your medications(enough for a time away from home if need be), and all the ID, supplies for your pets for the same amount of time with a good carrier. That's all I can recall right now. Please stay safe and know we are praying daily alot for you all at risk!
This is a good practice at all times, in case of fire or other disaster. Keep things in a fireproof/waterproof box or in a safety deposit box at the bank.

roseslevi 08-25-2011 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie (Post 3646414)
praying for all of my coastal friends. God Bless you and keep you and put a huge hedge of His protection around your homes.

(have you ever heard of boarding up the windows? something i saw/read in a nicholas sparks book once)
We board windows here usually...closer to the water. No one is even pulling boats yet...very strange.

yorkietalkjilly 08-25-2011 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Maximo (Post 3646416)
This is a good practice at all times, in case of fire or other disaster. Keep things in a fireproof/waterproof box or in a safety deposit box at the bank.
Yes, it is but you know so many don't do things like that so maybe this will at least spur them to gather it all up just in case. I sure hope with all my heart this thing will turn right and blow itself out to sea and leave you all alone except for some rain and wind.

roseslevi 08-25-2011 11:47 AM
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Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly (Post 3646424)
Yes, it is but you know so many don't do things like that so maybe this will at least spur them to gather it all up just in case. I sure hope with all my heart this thing will turn right and blow itself out to sea and leave you all alone except for some rain and wind.
I like that plan:)

Maximo 08-25-2011 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie (Post 3646414)
praying for all of my coastal friends. God Bless you and keep you and put a huge hedge of His protection around your homes.

(have you ever heard of boarding up the windows? something i saw/read in a nicholas sparks book once)
Thank you for the prayers, Rachel.

Boarding windows has its advantages and drawbacks. We can't do it outside because it would destroy the window casings/siding. Inside, it would create a huge mess to fix. It might be safer, but I'm guessing if our windows blow out, the roof is going to be torn off too.

margaritaville 08-25-2011 12:22 PM
Still cat 3. Our gov has already declared a state of emergency. This is scarey.

MauiGirl 08-25-2011 03:16 PM
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Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly (Post 3646408)
Saw this on TV and putting down what I remember:

Get all deeds, titles, insurance policies, birth certs, passports and papers you might need post-storm in case of serious damage and a time away from home. They said take a video of the property and vehicles w/tags and belongings and keep that with all the paper things listed above in a waterproof bag/container. Then the above lists of flashlights, batteries, water, food, radio, etc. That in addition to your medications(enough for a time away from home if need be), and all the ID, supplies for your pets for the same amount of time with a good carrier. That's all I can recall right now. Please stay safe and know we are praying daily alot for you all at risk!
Yes, good for any potential disaster. Whenever possible it's good to back up some of this stuff onto a CD or DVD, and keep a copy at some other safe place, like a friend or relatives house, if safe deposit box isn't available.

Computer backup duplicates are best kept at a separate location.

MauiGirl 08-25-2011 03:21 PM
I pray that everybody is taking this seriously and preparing.

Even if it turns out to be a false alarm, it is good practice to be prepared. It truly can make the difference between life and death, not just inconvenience.

Remember, people come first, everything else can be replaced. Know your evacuation plan.

Lil Sis 08-25-2011 03:27 PM
oh I am praying everyone will be ok.
The 100 mile winds are bad.. but not the worst it could be. Andrew was a cat 5 .. so I tend to think of the worst.

Just prepare the best you can..... be safe as you can!!

BabyGirl Rosie 08-25-2011 03:49 PM
Sending all of you prayers and hugs. Please stay safe!!! I know nothing about hurricanes but sounds like you all know what to do. Keep us posted if you keep electricity.

Ringo1 08-25-2011 03:52 PM
Prayers and be safe to everyone in the path.

YorkieRose 08-25-2011 03:59 PM
Wishing everyone a safe weekend....remember rarely is there a loss of life in a hurricane...we get lots and lots of warning...not so with a tornado or earth quake...we decided to buy a Florida house 6 mos ago in an area planted with Florida trees...it is the safest way to go...why builders disregard design and landscape is beyond me...build a glass house on the beach and you are begging for trouble....best wishes

Mom2TwoYorkies 08-25-2011 04:00 PM
We took down all our hanging baskets and put away pool furniture, hubby got gas for the chainsaw . . .we have enough food, water, candles, flashlights, etc . . .getting beer and wine and dog food tomorrow . . .I think I'm most concerned about how it's going to affect the dogs . . .poor Rhianna is petrified of thunderstorms . . .don't know how she will react to hurricane winds . . .

It stinks because this weekend was Welcome Weekend for DS at his college and they have cancelled all activities . . .he's been looking forward to that since Graduation . . .

I'm hoping we don't lose power . . .everyone stay safe!

winston2010 08-25-2011 04:49 PM
my sister is preparing
 
talked to my sister this morning. They are getting things up around the house, checked out the generator. She lives in Swansea, Mass (southern new england) Hurricane Bob left her 4 weeks without power. My big concern is she is 2 city blocks from the saltwater. They didn't leave last time and I am afraid for her this time if the storm comes in at high tide. Please pray for Jane, she is all I have left of my family. I have already lost a mom,dad, older sister, and older brother last year. Jane is my baby sister, I am 62, she is 56. Getting older shows me everyday that the important things in life are not things.

thank you my yorkie friends

Maximo 08-25-2011 05:20 PM
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Originally Posted by winston2010 (Post 3646753)
talked to my sister this morning. They are getting things up around the house, checked out the generator. She lives in Swansea, Mass (southern new england) Hurricane Bob left her 4 weeks without power. My big concern is she is 2 city blocks from the saltwater. They didn't leave last time and I am afraid for her this time if the storm comes in at high tide. Please pray for Jane, she is all I have left of my family. I have already lost a mom,dad, older sister, and older brother last year. Jane is my baby sister, I am 62, she is 56. Getting older shows me everyday that the important things in life are not things.

thank you my yorkie friends
I agree. :) Praying that your sister will be safe.

yorkieusa 08-25-2011 06:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Maximo (Post 3646416)
This is a good practice at all times, in case of fire or other disaster. Keep things in a fireproof/waterproof box or in a safety deposit box at the bank.
Ha-ha! When the tornado struck Joplin, it hit a bank.:)

Maximo 08-25-2011 06:38 PM
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Originally Posted by yorkieusa (Post 3646848)
Ha-ha! When the tornado struck Joplin, it hit a bank.:)
LOL, that is bad. Not a fail-proof plan then.

yorkieusa 08-25-2011 07:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Maximo (Post 3646853)
LOL, that is bad. Not a fail-proof plan then.
Well, maybe. Here is a picture and all that remains IS the vault.:D

Joplin Tornado | Bank Talk

Maximo 08-25-2011 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by yorkieusa (Post 3646889)
Well, maybe. Here is a picture and all that remains IS the vault.:D

Joplin Tornado | Bank Talk
:thumbup::thumbup: Well built. :)

Maximo 08-26-2011 09:10 AM
I am out of the danger zone....only going to get tropical storm conditions, which according to the weatherman we had here last night with the strong storm that rolled through our town.

I will be thinking of everyone along the coast. Stay safe!

Reese1 08-26-2011 12:23 PM
My thoughts & prayers go to everyone in the path. Be safe!

RachelandSadie 08-26-2011 01:07 PM
continuing to pray. please update for as long as it's safe to do so everyone. helps us inlanders to feel better about you all out there on the coast.

yorkietalkjilly 08-26-2011 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Maximo (Post 3647261)
I am out of the danger zone....only going to get tropical storm conditions, which according to the weatherman we had here last night with the strong storm that rolled through our town.

I will be thinking of everyone along the coast. Stay safe!
Good! Thank God you are safe - now if we can get a similar post from every one on this thread in the path, it will be all good.

MauiGirl 08-26-2011 01:39 PM
Wow, just saw on news that 65 million people are in the path.

Hope everybody has taken this seriously and are taking steps to stay safe, especially from flooding.

Ellie May 08-26-2011 02:33 PM
Thinking about everybody that has to deal with this. :(

Don't forget a first aid kit for all your pups. Things to help with cuts, broken legs, etc. Also Benadryl..

If it's hot down there right now, I'd also be looking into battery operated fans to try and keep pups cool if need be.

Jinger 08-26-2011 02:57 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone out there and YT members, we will be checking on all of you. Stay safe and love on those dogs!

Irene = a kink in the plans!
We put son on flight yesterday for Boston (I cried almost all day). He was going on a 5 or 6-day school-orientation backpacking trip in Maine, New Hampshire or Vermont. Hubby and I fly out there tomorrow, & shop for all his needed items (spread, files, shelves, etc. etc). Wednesday morning we were to meet up with him, move him into the dorm and fly out that afternoon.

(ATTN NON-YT WEIRDO STALKER POSSIBLES: We have housesitters coming and they're BIG! And mean! To say nothing of Zoe :eek: :D)

D*$n Irene has cut his trip short and they're busing him back to campus (at least less dangerous). Don't know if our flight will leave, if we'll end up in a hotel without power or water, who knows?! I'm trying to practice flexibility and peace with what "is". :rolleyes: This should be an experience!

yorkietalkjilly 08-26-2011 03:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Jinger (Post 3647504)
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone out there and YT members, we will be checking on all of you. Stay safe and love on those dogs!

Irene = a kink in the plans!
We put son on flight yesterday for Boston (I cried almost all day). He was going on a 5 or 6-day school-orientation backpacking trip in Maine, New Hampshire or Vermont. Hubby and I fly out there tomorrow, & shop for all his needed items (spread, files, shelves, etc. etc). Wednesday morning we were to meet up with him, move him into the dorm and fly out that afternoon.

(ATTN NON-YT WEIRDO STALKER POSSIBLES: We have housesitters coming and they're BIG! And mean! To say nothing of Zoe :eek: :D)

D* Irene has cut his trip short and they're busing him back to campus (at least less dangerous). Don't know if our flight will leave, if we'll end up in a hotel without power or water, who knows?! I'm trying to practice flexibility and peace with what "is". :rolleyes: This should be an experience!
Oh, my, well, take care and try to enjoy the trip. They did say on CNN that the storm is weakening - the weatherman that is. The reporters doing reports are still calling it a Cat 2 but I swear I heard that weatherman there say the winds are less than 100 degrees in the storm itself after the latest flight into the eye.


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